Players like Pontus Dahbo
CMBK Häcken · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitPontus Dahbo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pontus Dahbo are Daniel Johnson, Håkon Evjen, Mads Bomholt. Doppel rates Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Johnson scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Pontus Dahbo
Pontus Dahbo is a possession-focused central midfielder, known for his ability to win the ball in the attacking third, ranking in the top 27% of his peers in this crucial area. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 39%, his durability shines through with no games missed in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability. While he may lack in aerial duels and defensive metrics, his potential to impact the game through possession and ball recovery makes him a player to watch as he develops.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pontus Dahbo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 34 | €300k | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Håkon Evjensimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 26 | €4.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Mads Bomholtsimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 21 | €1.7m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Tommaso Bertisimilar↗ | Cesena | 22 | €6.0m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Kian Fitz-Jimsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Issa Doumbiasimilar↗ | Venezia | 23 | €19m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pontus Dahbo
≈ 100% Pontus Dahbo · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Pontus Dahbo · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Pontus Dahbo · strong: Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Pontus Dahbo?
By Doppel's fit score, Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) is the closest profile to Pontus Dahbo, with a 83/100 overall match. Håkon Evjen and Mads Bomholt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pontus Dahbo?
Yes. Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pontus Dahbo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pontus Dahbo's 2025 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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